Maca Ingredients & Drug Interactions
What is this page for?
First and foremost: checking Maca against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.
Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy
Maca is a dietary supplement by youtheory men with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for low libido and sexual function, energy and stamina, menopause symptoms.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.
HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Maca by youtheory men
Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.
What’s inside
Full disclosure
This product contains one active ingredient: gelatinized maca powder. Maca is a plant root traditionally used as a food supplement; the gelatinized form means it's been heat-treated to make it easier to digest.
The capsule also contains inactive ingredients — hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide — which are fillers and binders that hold the capsule together.
Does it work?
Not established
The evidence for maca isn't established in the data we hold. The facts list six potential uses — including amenorrhea (absent periods), anemia, sexual dysfunction related to antidepressants, athletic performance, and osteoporosis — but for each one, we have insufficient reliable evidence to rate how well it works.
That doesn't mean it doesn't work; it means the research isn't settled yet.
How safe is it?
Well-documented data
Maca is generally well tolerated as a food, but long-term safety in supplement amounts hasn't been studied. One caution: if you eat fresh, uncooked maca, it may cause stomach pain — the gelatinized powder in this product is processed, so that's less likely.
During pregnancy, there isn't enough safety data, so you should avoid it. The same goes for breastfeeding: there's not enough reliable information to know whether it's safe, so skip it if you're nursing.
Meds to double-check
No known interactions
No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check. That said, it's always smart to confirm with your own pharmacist or doctor before adding any new supplement to your routine.
The bottom line
Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with no established evidence rating for its marketed use. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.
Youtheory men's maca might appeal to you if you're curious about this traditional supplement, but realize the evidence for what it does isn't solid yet. Because long-term safety in supplement form hasn't been studied and there are cautions in pregnancy and breastfeeding, talk it over with your doctor or pharmacist before you start, especially if you're pregnant, nursing, or have any health concerns.
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Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Aug 23, 2022.
This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed
General information
Key facts about Maca, straight from the product label.
| Brand | youtheory men |
|---|---|
| Barcode (UPC) | 853244003715 |
| Net contents | 120 Veg Cap(s) |
| Market status | On market |
| Date entered into DSLD | Aug 23, 2022 |
| DSLD ID | 272068 |
| Product type | Botanical |
| Supplement form | Capsule |
| Dietary claims / uses | All Other, Structure/Function |
| Intended target group(s) | Vegetarian, Women (not pregnant or lactating), Adult Male (18-50 Years), Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Sugar Free |
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Supplement Facts
The label details for Maca by youtheory men, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Maca, Gelatinized, Powder | 1000 mg | -- |
Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide
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Formulation
Supports healthy libido Nutrient-dense superfood Traditionally used to boost energy & endurance
Healthy libido + endurance
Maca Country of origin: Peru
Sugar free Dairy free Soy free No gluten ingredients
Vegetarian capsules
Formula
Maca (Peruvian Ginseng) comes from the Andes Mountains of Peru and is prized for its many health benefits, including male sexual wellness. Youtheory Maca for Men captures the power of this legendary root to help revitalize the male reproductive system and promote healthy drive and desire.
FDA Statement of Identity
Dietary Supplement
Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions
Suggested Use: (Adults) Take two (2) capsules twice daily.
Precautions
This product is manufactured in a facility that processes fish extracts.
Usage Warnings: Check with your doctor before using this product if you are taking medication or have any medical conditions. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
Do not exceed the recommended daily intake.
Not intended for persons under 18. Keep out of reach of children.
Warning: Consuming this product can expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place after opening.
FDA Disclaimer Statement
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Is this label outdated? Report a formula or label change and our pharmacy team will review it.
Maca by youtheory men label
The label scan from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database. Tap to enlarge.
Label images are published by the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database for the version of this product on file. Always read your actual product label.
View the full label (PDF)The Ingredients in Maca by youtheory men
This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.
Serving size2 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container60 Amounts shown are per serving.
Maca, Gelatinized, Powder
No knowninteractions
Maca is a nutrient-rich Andean root often used for energy, libido, and menopause symptoms. Early studies suggest it may modestly help sexual desire an...
Maca, Gelatinized, Powder monograph & interactionsOther (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Magnesium Stearate, Silicon Dioxide. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.
Maca by youtheory men Drug Interactions
We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Maca. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.
Brand information
Manufacturer and brand details for Maca, from the product label.
youtheory men
See all youtheory men products- Name
- Nutrawise
- City
- Irvine
- State
- CA
- ZipCode
- 92618
- Phone Number
- 888.271.8976
- Web Address
- youtheory.com
Maca by youtheory men: Common Questions
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The Full Monographs Behind Maca’s Ingredients
Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.
Sources & How We Checked
Maca's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.
- NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) — The official product label on file for this supplement.
- Natural Medicines (Therapeutic Research Center) — Evidence-graded clinical reference behind the ingredient interaction data.
Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.
The 1 references behind this product’s interaction data
Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.
Maca 1 reference
- Valerio, L. G., Jr. and Gonzales, G. F. Toxicological aspects of the South American herbs cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa) and Maca (Lepidium meyenii) : a critical synopsis. Toxicol.Rev 2005;24(1):11-35. PubMed
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